Tenure-Track Philosophy Professor — Faith & Interdisciplinary

Biola University, Inc.; La Mirada (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Biola University in La Mirada, CA, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Philosophy with an August 2027 start. Rank and AOS/AOC are open; Ph.D. or ABD near completion is required. The department emphasizes Christian liberal arts and integration of faith with wisdom.

The teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester at the undergraduate level, including PPE and interdisciplinary courses, plus the Good Life Core implementation starting 28-29.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Philosophy or ABD with expected completion before start date.
• Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentorship.
• Full alignment with Biola University’s Doctrinal Statement and faith commitments.

Responsibilities

• Teach 12 credit hours (4 courses) per semester at the undergrad level.
• Instruct upper-division Philosophy courses and PPE interdisciplinary offerings.
• Contribute to the Good Life Core Curriculum and related humanities courses.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Mentorship

Active Christian faith

Education

Ph.D. in Philosophy

ABD status with expected completion

Job description

Biola University in La Mirada, CA, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Philosophy with an August 2027 start. Rank and AOS/AOC are open; Ph.D. or ABD near completion is required. The department emphasizes Christian liberal arts and integration of faith with wisdom.

The teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester at the undergraduate level, including PPE and interdisciplinary courses, plus the Good Life Core implementation starting 28-29.